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Vermina of Numidia
Siga, Algeria
Archival Overview
King of the western Masaesyli Numidians and son of Syphax, who commanded Berber cavalry at the Battle of Zama and later secured Roman recognition of his sovereignty.
Biographical Record
Vermina was the son and successor of King Syphax of the Masaesyli Numidians. Inheriting the crown amid the climactic phases of the Second Punic War, he remained loyal to Carthage and led a powerful relief cavalry force to join Hannibal Barca.
At the Battle of Zama in 202 BCE, Vermina arrived with reinforcements, fighting with renowned valor before being defeated by Scipio Africanus and Massinissa's allied armies.
Key Life Milestones
Cavalry Command at the Battle of Zama
Rallied Masaesylian cavalry to aid Hannibal in defending North African independence against Rome.
Roman Recognition of Masaesylian Rule
Concluded an honorable peace treaty with the Roman Senate, establishing recognized boundaries for western Numidia.
Cavalry Command at the Battle of Zama
Rallied Masaesylian cavalry to aid Hannibal in defending North African independence against Rome.
Roman Recognition of Masaesylian Rule
Concluded an honorable peace treaty with the Roman Senate, establishing recognized boundaries for western Numidia.
Cavalry Command at the Battle of Zama
Rallied Masaesylian cavalry to aid Hannibal in defending North African independence against Rome.
Roman Recognition of Masaesylian Rule
Concluded an honorable peace treaty with the Roman Senate, establishing recognized boundaries for western Numidia.
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Final Resting Place
Perpetual MemorialAïn Témouchent, Algeria